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Postdoc in Landscape/Seascape Characterization & Modeling

Office of Research and Development
National Health and Environmental Effects Research Laboratory
Gulf Ecology Division
Biological Effects and Population Response Branch
Gulf Breeze, Florida

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH PROGRAM
RESEARCH THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD

Landscape/Seascape Characterization and Modeling
GED-05-03-10-205
1) Characterize and map where watershed stresses originate, how they are transported, and the spatial and temporal extent of coral reef exposure
2) Derive empirical relationships to quantitatively assess the impact of land use, watershed management and aquatic management (e.g., marine protected areas) on coral reef persistence and delivery of ecosystem services
3) Implement or develop models to evaluate transport of watershed stressors to coastal zones and coral reefs, and their impact on coral reef condition and ecosystem services
4) Support development of water quality standards that are both protective of valued resources and capable of identifying likely sources of impairment
5) Collaborate in development of predictive simulation models for incorporation into decision support tools

UNSURPASSED FEDERAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Starting salary– $46,625 for new Ph.D.; up to $87,893 for post-doctoral experience
• Full three-year appointments
• Paid relocation to EPA duty location
• Vacation and sick leave
• Federal health benefits, life insurance, and retirement program
• Travel to professional scientific meetings

EASY APPLICATION PROCESS

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS BETWEEN MAY 3 – JUNE 30, 2010:

• Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of recommendation from your research advisor or comparable official
• Cover letter indicating positions and locations of interest
• DD-214, if claiming veteran’s preference
• Preference is given to U.S. Citizens

EMail to: ORDpostdocapps@epa.gov
Include “NHEERL Post-Doctoral Program” in the subject line.

To learn more about our current research projects and application requirements,
please visit the NHEERL Internet site at

http://www.epa.gov/nheerl/postdocs/

or contact Ms. Dorothy Carr at (800) 433-9633, or via email at ordpostdocapps@epa.gov.

The U.S. EPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Post-doctoral position in organic biogeochemistry

“Origin of particulate organic matter in coastal systems of western France”

A one-year post-doctoral position is available at University Bordeaux 1 (France) within the scope of two French national programs: ORIQUART (origin of particulate organic matter, quality of the trophic resource and its fate in the trophic web in a semi-enclosed ecosystem; 2009-2011) and ISOBENT (continental signal and benthic contribution tracked using isotopic signature of benthic macrofauna; 2008-2011).

The aim of the study is to determine the origin and composition of the pelagic and benthic particulate organic matter in three semi-enclosed systems of the French Atlantic coast: the Bay of Arcachon (lagoon), the Bay of Vilaine (embayment) and the Bay of Brest (ria). Origin and composition of POM will be determined using n-alkanes and their isotopic signatures and by comparing the signatures of primary producers to those of pelagic and benthic POM. n-alkane data will be compared to bulk isotopic data in tight collaboration with two Ph.D. students. The sampling has already been performed.

The candidate will participate to the implementation of the methods regarding n-alkane processing (extraction, purification and analysis) and will measure n-alkanes and their ?13C on different matrixes (primary producers and pelagic and benthic POM). He/she will compare the functioning of the three study systems. Available apparatus are GC-FID, GC-MS, GC-C-IRMS.

The location of the position is Arcachon (lab EPOC) and Talence (lab ISM-LPTC) near Bordeaux, France. Co-supervisors are Nicolas SAVOYE (EPOC) and Hélène BUDZINSKI (LPTC). The position will start as soon as possible (at last in early September 2010). The salary will amount ca. 1950€ (tax free).

We are looking for a biogeochemist, a geochemist, a chemist or a biologist Ph.D. who has experience in the origin of particulate organic matter and/or isotopic and organic biomarkers. Experience in aquatic systems is welcome.

The candidates should e-mail a Curriculum Vitae to Nicolas SAVOYE (n.savoye@epoc.u-bordeaux1.fr) and Hélène BUDZINSKI (h.budzinski@ism.u-bordeaux1.fr).

Postdoctoral Fellow Numerical Modeling

1. Job Title
Postdoctoral fellow

2. Number of Position
1

3. Institution
Institute of Lowland and Marine Research, Saga University

4. Research Field
Simulation of environment in The Ariake Sea with numerical model

5. Content of work
In coastal oceanography, the role of numerical simulation can not be negligible. These days in the Ariake Sea, there are many environmental issues such as decrease in bivalve, unsteady laver harvest, and frequent outbreak of red tide. However, the problems are too complex and there are too many elements to be considered. Thus, numerical model is useful. In addition, the government has started to examine the opening drain gate of the Isahaya Bay dyke. Numerical model is also useful to predict the impacts on the environment in Isahaya Bay and the Ariake Sea. Therefore, we are now developing coupled physical-biological model including sediment transport process based on FVCOM. The postdoctoral fellow is expected to join the development process and run the model to make a study about environmental issues in the Ariake Sea e.g. forecasting the impact of opening drain gate of the Isahaya Bay dyke.

These days, it is considered that distributing and sharing the source code of numerical model is very important because the source code is getting too complex for individuals. We plan to share our model with coastal oceanographers who are interested in numerical modeling. The postdoctoral fellow will be also expected to contribute to distribute the code through source code management and documentation.

6. Start of employment
As soon as possible after mid-June

7. Term of Office
Annual contract, employment duration is 2 years but renewable up to FY 2012.

8. Qualification
1) Applicants should have a Ph. D, and/or Doctor Degree
2) The Ph.D / Doctor degree should have been taken in last 7 years (as of Apr. 1, 2010).
3) Applicants should be enthusiastic about the research in the Ariake Sea.
4) Applicants should have produced achievements in numerical modeling. Especially, having experience in ecosystem modeling is desirable.
5) Applicants should understand the benefit of sharing the source code and should contribute it through source code management, documentation etc.

9. Application and required documents

1) Curriculum vitae.
2) List of publications and presentations.
3) Your major 3 reprints (copies are acceptable).
4) A statement of research experience and research interests in this work. (1 piece of A4 paper)
5) List of 2 persons with contact information who can answer our question about the applicant.

10. Deadline for Applications
Application must be postmarked not later than May 31, 2010 (Mon.).

11. Selection process
Selection will be made based on application screening, and interview as necessary.
(Travel expense for interview should be beard by applicants)

12. Condition
Base pay is about 290,000 JPY/ month (19 hours / week, 4,100 JPY / hour).Commutation allowance is paid if condition permits.

13. Destination
The documents should be sent to the following address:

Director, Professor Kazunori Hokao
Institute of Lowland and Marine Research, Saga University,
1 Honjo-machi, Saga-city, Saga, 840-8502, Japan

14. Contact information
Any question will be accepted by:

Associate Professor Takaharu Hamada
Institute of Lowland and Marine Research, Saga University,
1 Honjo-machi, Saga-city, Saga, 840-8502, Japan

Phone : +81-952-28-8494
Fax : +81-952-28-8499
E-mail : hamada@cc.saga-u.ac.jp

15. Gender equality
Concerning the recruitment of the staff, Saga University respects the principle of gender equality.

International Research Experiences for Students

IRES Project
International Research Experiences for Students Project: Molecular Ecology and Evolution of Marine Photosynthetic Organisms

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

This NSF-funded International Research Experience for Students (IRES) will provide US graduate students with opportunities to gain international research experience at the Station Biologique de Roscoff (SBR) in France, a research and training center in marine biology, oceanography, and marine genomics operated by the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique and the Université Pierre et Marie Curie. Students will work closely with SBR researchers on the molecular ecology and evolution of marine photosynthetic organisms. SBR is located in Brittany, a western region of France. Students interested in the program can apply for stays up to 6 months. Applications
are accepted on an ongoing basis.

For more information regarding the IRES project and the application process please contact: http://armbrustlab.ocean.washington.edu/ires/

Post-doctoral scientist in zooplankton ecology

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Horn Point Laboratory, Cambridge, MD, is seeking a post-doctoral scientist to work with Dr. James Pierson and Dr. Michael Roman on two federally funded projects exploring the effects of hypoxia on living marine resources. Specifically, these projects focus on the relationship between zooplankton and hypoxia, and involve both the analysis of existing data from the Gulf of Mexico, and a field project working with a team of scientists in the Chesapeake Bay. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in oceanography, fisheries, or related fields with experience in interdisciplinary research and an interest in ecology and ecosystem science. Candidates with field research experience and a strong background in quantitative analysis, numerical modeling, and ecosystem science are encouraged to apply. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Position begins after March, 2010. The initial appointment is for 1-year with re-appointments of up to 2 subsequent years possible, contingent on performance. For more information about Horn Point Laboratory and the project principle investigators please see these websites: http://www.hpl.umces.edu or http://www.hpl.umces.edu/~jpierson. If interested, please provide a cover letter describing your research interests and experience, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Dr. Jamie Pierson by e-mail (jpierson@hpl.umces.edu). For more information please feel free to contact Dr. Pierson. Applications will be reviewed until position is filled. The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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